Review: Waldorf Astoria Cancun (Ocean Front Suite With King Bed)
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About The Waldorf Astoria Cancun
The Waldorf Astoria Cancun is a luxurious beachfront resort located along the pristine coastline of Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The resort features 173 oceanfront rooms and suites, each adorned with elegant furnishings, private balconies, and soaking tubs that provide breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. The Waldorf Astoria Cancun opened officially on November 1, 2022, marking the debut of the Waldorf Astoria brand in the Mexican Caribbean. The resort is located just 15 minutes from Cancun International Airport, offering a secluded yet accessible luxury experience. Guests can indulge in a variety of world-class amenities, including the Waldorf Astoria Spa, multiple infinity pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and of course – access to secluded beaches.
At A Glance: Waldorf Astoria Cancun
- Average Nightly Cost During Stay: $783.48 USD ($1,026.36 all-in)
- Loyalty Program: Hilton Honors
- Loyalty Category: N/A
- Discount Applied: 120,000 Points
- Room Type as Booked: Partial Ocean View Two Queens
- Room Upgrade: Ocean Front Suite King Bed (via Hilton Diamond Status); [$400 value]
- Hotel Amenity Brand: Vervan
Booking/Redemption
Hilton Honors Diamond Benefits
At check-in, we were notified we’d been upgraded to an Ocean Front Suite with a King Bed.
Hilton Diamond Upgrade
PHOTO GALLERY
Front Desk/Lobby
The Front Desk – Image: hilton.com
Welcome Drink – delicious!
The Lobby – Image: hilton.com
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Walkthrough Tour: Ocean Front Suite With King Bed
Ocean Front Suite Gallery: Entrance & Living Room
The Oceanfront Suite with a King Bed at the Waldorf Astoria Cancun is designed to provide guests comfort and elegance. This suite features a spacious primary bedroom with a plush king-sized bed adorned with crisp Frette linens. The suite’s expansive living area includes a stylish seating arrangement and a dining space. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the Caribbean Sea, while the private balcony, complete with a soaking tub, allows guests to unwind while enjoying the ocean breeze. The spa-inspired bathroom is equipped with a glass-enclosed rainfall shower, dual vanities, and premium Vervan bath amenities. Additionally, the suite includes an extra full bathroom with a shower (at the suite entrance). The minibar is restocked daily with water, soft drinks, beer, and snacks – and the suite is pet-friendly.
Suite Gallery: Bedroom
Suite Gallery: Master Bathroom
Suite Gallery: Balcony/View From The Room
Suite Gallery: Suite Bathroom
Property Gallery
Drinks At Peacock Alley
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Go with the Paloma, trust me. Want to impress the bartender? Get with Mezcal vs Tequila
Dinner At Malpeque
Our first night at Waldorf Astoria Cancun brought us to the wonderful Malpeque (the hotel’s signature restaurant) and it did not disappoint. In fact, it blew us away.
Artisanal bread with locally inspired flavored butter – Excellent
Oysters on the half-shell
Tuna sashimi
I believe this was a Chinese inspired fired oyster dish
Bone-in ribeye
Catch of the day
Real cacao chocolates
Dining: Breakfast At Chaya
Hilton Honors Diamond Status got us free “American Breakfast” at Chaya, but we had to order off the special limited menu. Still, the options were great and the food was delicious!
Chilaquiles
Fresh fruit
Special buttermilk pancakes
They may look dry, but these side sausages were very good
Dinner At Chaya
On our second night we chose Chaya because we wanted to go a little more low-key than Malpeque (and because Jao was closed). The food overall was still very good; we got to try several tapas style dishes and I think the table’s overall favorite dish was (surprisingly) the vegan soup, followed by the pasta.
The Vegan Soup was excellent – who’d have guessed?
Jao
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Lunch At The Pool Bar
A very hearty nachos plate at the pool
Pool
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Beach
The beach was under no-swim rules during our stay.
Fitness Center
THE FHOP BOTTOM-LINE 10 RATINGS: Waldorf Astoria Cancun
The Bottom-Line Review: Positives & Negatives
The Bottom-Line Review: Waldorf Astoria Cancun
This luxurious resort earns a well-deserved 9.5 out of 10 for its outstanding service, breathtaking – though secluded -location, and luxurious amenities. The Waldorf Astoria Cancun is truly a secluded paradise for travelers seeking tranquility and exclusivity. The tiered infinity pools were perhaps our favorite feature as we hung out there most of the day while downing an unholy amount of Palomas (the mezcal version). Somehow, every very moment of our stay felt like a carefully curated experience. Aside from the pool, the our next favorite thing about this resort was its many exquisite culinary offerings; I’m referring to dinner at Malpeque and breakfast at Chaya. Both were excellent. Drinks at Peacock Alley were outstanding as well.
Our experience was elevated further with [an incredible] room upgrade to an oceanfront suite, a gesture that was much appreciated by this Diamond elite. The suite was spacious, luxurious, relaxing and comfortable. We’d end the day and begin the day with a dip in the plunge-pool [jacuzzi] on our balcony overlooking the Caribbean. Service and cleanliness are where this resort truly excels, setting a high standard that rivals some of the best hospitality experiences worldwide. The immaculate upkeep of the property further reflects its commitment to excellence, making guests feel completely at ease throughout their stay.
The only minor negatives I can mention were the beach designated as a no-swimming area, and the resort’s very secluded location (although, this could also be a plus for some travelers) which required leaving the property and at least a 20-minute drive if guests want to do any sightseeing, city dining or shopping.
Nevertheless, we absolutely loved pretty much everything about our stay. We’ve also stayed at Hilton’s Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, which we thoroughly enjoyed as well, but I have to give Waldorf Astoria Cancun the edge. For travelers looking for a truly luxurious stay in the Mexican Riviera, Waldorf Astoria Cancun is tough to beat.
